[MRCA] Why and What Connector

[scottpastor]

I’m now 100% certain that it’s a combination PTT switch/universal connection box for the modern comms/ear protection equipment; made by multiple manufacturers, they all have the same universal audio plug that is hardwired to the headset, and rely on these PTT/Connection boxes to connect to the wide variety of MIL STD and civilian radios out there. 

These headset are really cool. They’re sound-isolating, with electronic voice pass-through that automatically cuts off sounds above a certain decibel level. High-speed units will wear them all day while conducting an operation, allowing the operators to hear everything going on around them, carry out normal conversations, and still protect their ears when things get spicy. Addition of wiring for radio comms further increases the individual Soldier’s ability to communicate over the radio. 

I’ve included pictures of the set I “acquired,” paired with a PRC-128. 






-73, 

Scott, kc8kbk
> On Dec 1, 2022, at 5:15 PM, B. Smith <smithab11 at comcast.net> wrote:
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> Some one wanted a photo of the connector. This gizmo is listed on ePay.
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